Share this article Share this article BROOKLYN, N.Y., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Brooklyn Youth Music Project (BYMP), a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching and inspiring musicians of diverse backgrounds, ages 5 to 18, to learn and perform challenging classical and jazz ensemble repertoire, is commemorating its 10 th Anniversary with a year-long concert series. Studies have shown that music education for young people positively impacts everything from language development to problem solving ability to improved test scores. It also improves the mood and happiness of the listener. According to Managing Director Pat Gunther, "We know first-hand how much BYMP means to our program families because they tell us. So when the pandemic hit, we were most concerned about our ability to continue to serve our community. Thanks to the support we've received, both financially and through in-kind services, our programs are active and parents and students have continued to express their gratitude to us for providing a sense of normalcy during this challenging time."